[Please Note:  This devotional was scheduled for Tuesday of next week.  However, due to the Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception, we swapped the devotionals]

Whoever has two tunics should share with the person who has none. And whoever has food should do likewise.
Lk 3:11

Jesus wants you to become the most generous person in your sphere of influence. He wants you to astonish people with your generosity. He wants generosity to reach into every area of your life so that, through you, he can love and intrigue the people in your life. Christianity thrived in the times of the early Church because the generosity of the first Christians intrigued people. Christian generosity is radical, especially when lived out in contrast to a harsh climate of self-interest and consumerism.

Generosity is incredibly attractive and yet it can be as simple as sharing your extras, sharing when you have two or more of something. Astonish the people who cross your path with your generosity. It is the best and most practical way to bring Christianity to life.

Jesus, liberate me from any inclination to be stingy. Help me to notice the people in need around me and to open my heart and hands for them.